Malignant Cervix Flashcards
What population is primarily affected by urethral caruncles?
Postmenopausal and premenarchal females
What causes urethral caruncles to develop?
Decreased estrogen leading to ectropion of the posterior urethral wall
What histological features are seen in urethral caruncles?
Transitional and stratified squamous epithelium with loose connective tissue and large dilated veins
What symptoms are associated with urethral caruncles?
Dysuria, frequency, urgency, and point tenderness
How are small asymptomatic urethral caruncles managed?
No treatment is necessary
Where do Bartholin glands open into?
Vulvar vestibule at 5 and 7 o’clock positions
What is the estimated lifetime risk of Bartholin duct cysts?
Approximately 2%
How are non-inflamed Bartholin duct cysts treated?
They do not require treatment unless causing discomfort
What type of epithelium lines Skene duct cysts?
Non-specific epithelium, typically cuboidal
What is the most common benign vulvar lesion?
Epidermal cyst (epidermoid cyst)
What are common characteristics of epidermal cysts?
Firm, nontender, slow-growing, located in hair-bearing areas
What is the second most common malignancy arising in the vulva?
Melanoma
What is the typical age for vulvar melanoma diagnosis?
Around 68 years
What percentage of malignant melanomas arise from a preexisting nevus?
0.5
What are ABCD characteristics of malignant melanoma?
Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color variegation, Diameter >6mm
What type of hemangioma is commonly identified during childhood?
Strawberry hemangioma
What type of angioma occurs in postmenopausal women and is <3mm in diameter?
Senile or cherry angiomas
What is the classic symptom of vulvar endometriosis?
Cyclic pain associated with menstrual periods
What are common sites for vulvar endometriosis?
Old obstetric lacerations or episiotomy sites
What is the most common gynecologic symptom in women?
Pruritus
What is the classic skin change associated with lichen sclerosis?
White, thickened skin with atrophy
What are the three types of lichen planus affecting the vulva?
Erosive, classical, and hypertrophic
What is a common histological finding in lichen planus?
Degeneration of basal cell layer with lymphocytic infiltration